Surgery ; The types of mesothelioma surgery are: Extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP): This is an extensive surgery that involves removal of the entire pleura (lining of the lung and chest wall) as well as the affected lung, diaphragm and pericardium (the membrane surrounding the heart). Lymph nodes are also removed from the chest. The diaphragm and pericardium are rebuilt with a sheet of artificial material. Patients must be in good physical shape to undergo EPP. It has a higher risk of mortality a...
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A cure for mesothelioma is being worked on by researchers, who use clinical trials to test new treatments like immunotherapy and gene therapy.
Mesothelioma Other names Malignant mesothelioma CT scan showing a left sided mesothelioma with an enlarged mediastinal lymph node Specialty Oncology Symptoms Shortness of breath , swollen...
Surgery for mesothelioma may be done for 1 of 2 reasons: to try to cure the cancer or to relieve (palliate) pain and other symptoms caused by the tumor.
Mesothelioma mainly affects the lining of the lungs (pleural mesothelioma), although it can also affect the lining of the tummy (peritoneal mesothelioma), heart or testicles. ; More than 2,700 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year in the UK. Most cases are diagnosed in people aged 75 and over, and men are affected more commonly than women. ; Unfortunately, it's not possible to cure mesothelioma, although treatment can help control the symptoms.
Types of Mesothelioma Clinical Trials ; Prevention Trials: Cancer prevention trials study ways to reduce cancer risk through lifestyle changes or certain medications. ; Screening Trials: These studies look for better methods of finding cancer earlier in patients, giving them more treatment options at diagnosis. ; Treatment Trials: Mesothelioma clinical treatment trials examine the safety and effectiveness of new drugs, drug combinations and procedures.
The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization providing funding for research; and treatment support for mesothelioma patients.
Overview ; Unusual lumps of tissue under the skin on your chest ; Unexplained weight loss ; Personal history of asbestos exposure. If you've been directly exposed to asbestos fibers at work or at home, your risk of mesothelioma is greatly increased. ; Accumulation of fluid in the chest (pleural effusion), which can compress the lung nearby and make breathing difficult
Mesothelioma Treatment OptionsAlthough they haven't been scientifically confirmed to cure mesothelioma certain CAM therapies may relieve symptoms or minimize side effects. These treatments should b...